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Duration: 19 Nights / 20 Days |
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| Places Covered : |
| Delhi - Agra - Varanasi - Allahabad - Haridwar - Rishikesh - Vashishtha gufa - Dehradun - Chandigarh - Dharamshala - Amritser - Delhi - Depart. |
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| 01 Days : Arrival Delhi |
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Delhi the Capital of the Republic of India is a fascinating city with complexities and contradictions, where the past co-exists with the present. Many dynasties ruled from here and the city is rich in the architecture of its monuments. Delhi is not only the present metropolis of India but also a necropolis. Located on the banks of the river Yamuna, Delhi has witnessed the rise and fall of many cities over the last five millennia. |
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Over night in Delhi |
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| 02 Days : Delhi / Agra by bus / Varanasi by night Train |
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After Breakfast leave for Agra. The city Agra in north India is famous the world over for the Taj Mahal. Agra was the seat of the great Mughal rulers for 130 years from 1526 to 1656 AD and hence has a number of Mughal monuments of historical value. To name a few, the Agra Fort, the Tomb of Akbar at Sikandra 10 kms from Agra, the Jumma Masjid, and the Tomb of It-mad-ud-daula. 30 kms from Agra is the imperial city of the Mughals, built between 1571 and 1584 by the Mughal Emperor Akbar. Akbar ruled from here for 7 years and abandoned it for political reasons. The architectural grandeur of this deserted city is exquisite. The Taj Mahal of India is acknowledged as one of the Seven Wonders of the World after dinner leave for the railway station to connect Marudhar exp.
For Varanasi at 8.30pm. |
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| 03 Days : Varanasi. |
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Mo arrival at Railway station on arrival transfer to the Hotel, Varanasi is among the oldest living cities in the world, Babylon and Ninevah have disappeared but Varanasi lives on. It is considered the holiest of Hindu pilgrim Centers; it is counted as one of the renowned shrine places of north India. Thousands come daily to Varanasi to take a ritual dip in the river Ganga (Ganges), to cleanse their souls of misdeeds and to worship at its many temples. This city is known by many names – Kashi the city of light and Banaras as called by the British. Varanasi is 'Kasi' the ultimate holy city of pilgrimage for thousands of devotees from around the world country. The ghats of Varanasi are steps that descend to the banks of the river for nearly 5 km along the west bank. At any point of the day these steps are a kaleidoscope of colors, a way to and from the river. On the banks of this river people consult the priests seated under their palm leaf umbrellas rising as a backdrop to all this activity is the magnificent superstructure of temples, havelis and the domes and minarets of mosques. A labyrinth of narrow lanes behind these buildings links the ghats to the rest of the city. Wandering through this maze can be fascinating. Shops sell rich brocaded silks, brassware and articles essential for worship at the numerous little shrines. |
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Over night in Varanasi |
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| 04 Days : Varanasi / Sarnath / Varanasi |
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Mo boat ride after breakfast visit city and temples.
Afternoon Sartnath 20 km from Varanasi is the site where Lord Buddha preached His first sermon, in Buddhist terminology, `Turned the wheel of law', after He attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree at Patna. Sarnath is rich in Buddhist antiquities from the time of the Maura Emperor Ashoka of 3rd century BC down to the 12th century A.D. Ashoka built the Dharmarajika Stupa and the Dhamek Stupa.After visit Sarnath back to Varansi. |
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Over night in Varanasi |
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| 05 Days : Varnasi / Alahabad / Haridwar |
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After breakfast leave for the Varanasi / Allahabad to connect Train Dep at 17.35 |
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Over night in Train. |
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| 06 Days : Haridwar |
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On arrival transfer to Hotel the Ganges India’s holiest river descends from the Himalayas and begins its journey through the plains at Haridwar. This gives the town a unique status, making a pilgrimage to Haridwar every devout Hindu’s dream. Surprisingly bare of ancient monuments, Haridwar’s most famous “sight”, as well as a constant point of reference, is the Ganges itself with its numerous bathing ghats, tanks and temples. The main ghat, Har-Ki-Pouri is named after a supposed imprint of Vishnu’s feet at the site. Hundreds attend the daily evening Arti at this ghat, when leaf boats are filled with flowers, lit with lamps and set adrift on the Ganges. Further south, a ropeway connects the town to the Mansa Devi Temple on a hill across the river, which offers panoramic views of Haridwar.A good way to experience Haridwar’s ambience, which has changed little since ancient times, is to stroll along the riverside bazaar, lined with small eateries and stall full of ritual paraphernalia small mounds of vermilion powder, coconuts wrapped in red and gold cloth and brass idols. Water from the Ganges (Gangajal), which the faithful believe, remains ever fresh.
Kumbh Mela
Held every 12 years on the banks of Ganges, the Kumbh Mela draws devout Hindus from
Across the globe. Sadhus, pilgrims and commoners alike attend it. A bath in this river and
Offerings to sun God are believed to cleanse the soul. Sheer religious fervor and deep
Abiding faith lend an incomparable atmosphere. The next Kumbh Mela will be in 2010. |
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Over night in Ashram. |
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| 07 Days : Haridwar / Kankhal / Haridwar |
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After breakfast leave for visit Haridwar & kankhal.
Daksh Mahadev temple at Kankhal is about 3km from Haridwar. Daksha is said to have performed a great yagna here and received punishment for his pride and insulting Shiva. Maa Ananda Mai Ashram is situated next to Daksh Mahadev Temple. Ati Rudra Maha Yagna was performed here in 1981, in which many religious pundits participated. The Yagnashala, where the yagna was performed bears testimony to this great religious event even today.Visit kankhal Maa Anandmai Ashram & side scenes of Haridwar city. |
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Over night in Ashram. |
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| 08 Days : Haridwar / Rishikesh 30km 1hrs by car |
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After breakfast leave for the Rishikesh, on arrival transfer to the Hotel. This twin city of Haridwar, situated at the confluence of the Chandrabagha and the Ganges, marks the starting point of the holy Char Dham pilgrim route. Muni-Ki-Reti (Literally “Sand of the Sages”), lies upstream from the Trivani Ghat, and is said to be a blessed site since ancient sages meditated at this spot. It has several famous ashrams, including the Shivanand, Purnanand and Shantikunj ashrams, which offer courses in India’s ancient knowledge system. North of Muni-Ki-Reti is two suspension bridges across the Ganges, Rama or Shivananda Jhula and Lakshman Jhula. |
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Over night in Rishikesh. |
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| 09 Daya : Rishikesh / Vasistha Guha 22 km 1hrs / Rishikesh |
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Vasistha Guha is 22km from Rishikesh, short of 3km of Vayasi, on the bus route of Badrinath. From the main road one has to walk down about 100 yards to reach Vasistha Guha. It is located in calm natural surroundings on the bank of the river Ganga.There is a 100 yards long cave, terminating at the riverbed. If we manage to cover about 100ft into the cave, we find a lingam to which daily pooja is performed. Beyond this point, the cave is since sealed, fearing that wild animals may take shelter. Religious chantings and pooja are done with intense devotion. It is a daily feature lasting for nearly 4 hours, where upon there is a community feeding in which the Ashram chief also participates. Swami Purushottamananda, a Keralite of great learning, founds the Ashram. He has since attained samadhi. His disciple Swami Chaitanyananada is taking care of the Ashram, fostering the ideals of his Guru with great devotion. In the evening return back to Rishikesh. |
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Over night in Rishikesh. |
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| 10 Daya : Rishikesh / Dehra Dun 55km 1.30hrs by car |
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After breakfast leave for Dehradun On arrival transfer to the Hotel.
Fringed by the Shivalik Hills, Dehradun lies in the pretty Doon Vally, flanked by the Ganges to the west and the Yamuna to the east. The provisional capital of the newly formed state of Uttrakhand, the town is also gateway to the Garhwal Hills. India’s very own Eton, the Doon School, as well as the country’s foremost training academy for army officers, the Indian Military Academy, are also situated here. Rajpur Road, the main link to the hills, is lined with bakeries and restaurants and has the old Clock Tower, the town’s principal landmark, at one end. Dehradun’s bracing climate and its proximity to Mussoorie, make it a popular retirement retreat.
After visit the Chandra Swami Ashram (Vikas Nagar), which is located 40 km from Dehra Dun, after back to Hotel? |
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Over night in Dehradun |
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| 11 Daya : Dehradun / Chandigargh 220 Km 6 Hrs by car |
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Drive for Chandighar by bus on arrival transfer to Hotel Himanis Residency |
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Overnight in Chandigarh |
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| 12 Days : Chandigarh / Dharmashala 225 km 8 hrs by car |
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Leave for Dharamshala on arrival check-in at the hotel. It’s also a beautiful Hill station |
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Overnight in Dharamsala. |
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| 13 Days : Day 13 to Day 14, 15, 16 days Retreat in Himalaya
Up Dhramshala in full nature. |
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| 17 Days : Dharamsala /Amritser 250 K/M 7 hrs by bus |
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Drive for Amritser by bus on arrival transfer to Hotel. |
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Overnight in Amritser |
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| 18 Days : Amritser city Tour. |
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Overnight in Amritser. |
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| 19 Days : Amritser /Delhi by evening Train Arrival in Delhi |
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Over Night in Train. |
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| 20 Days : Delhi / Depart |
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Arrival 7.00 A.M on Arrival transfer to Hotel for refreshment & Breakfast after breakfast visit Old & New Delhi after Farewell Dinner departure to International airport. |
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